Age: 22
Date of birth: January 12, 1988
Place of birth: Hearst, Ont., Canada
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 172
Shoots: R
Salary: $ 850,000
NHL Seasons: 2
Drafted by Philadelphia in 2006 (1/22).
ASSETS: Has electric moves, outstanding offensive creativity and plenty of finishing skills. Is at his best with the puck on his stick. Can play both center and wing.
FLAWS: Doesn't shoot the puck naturally, so he tends to pass up quality scoring chances. Lacks ideal size to win corner battles at the highest level.
CAREER POTENTIAL: Skilled playmaker.
PLAYER NEWS
2/02/2010 Richards nets a couple in Flyers victory
